Description:
Potent Herb that increase body it increase the body resistance tostress, anxiety and illness.Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia) – alsoknown as Amrit – is one of the most valued herbs in the Ayurvedicpharmacy. According to Vedic myth, when the ancient gods churnedthe primordial ocean, an ambrosial nectar was created that wouldconfer immortality on any who imbibed it. The nectar was namedamrit, a Sanskrit word that means “imperishable.” Although modernscience hasn’t been able to confirm its immortalizing properties, agrowing number of studies support guduchi’s role as an adoptogen –a potent herb that increases the body’s resistance.
Guduchi has been used for thousands of years in India but isonly just beginning to be available in the West. It is commonlyused for the following purposes:
Preventing colds and flu
Reducing the side effects of chemotherapy drugs
Immune system enhancement
Chronic skin disorders such as psoriasis or eczema
Anti-arthritic and anti-inflammatory
Hepatitis & jaundice (helps protect the liver from exposureto toxins)
Gout and rheumatic disorders
Amrit contains the bitter, pungent, and astringent tastes.Although it is traditionally used to remove accumulated Pittadosha, guduchi is balancing for all the doshas.
How to Use Guduchi:
Guduchi is usually available in powdered form, and the standarddosage for immune enhancement is one teaspoon twice daily. It canbe taken on an ongoing basis if you are facing a persistent healthchallenge such as cancer. At the onset of a cold or flu, takingguduchi for a week may help to fight off the infection.
Combined with other herbs:
Guduchi can be combined with Shatavari or ashwagandha as ageneral tonic, or with aloe vera juice for the purposes ofdetoxification.
As a paste:
Guduchi can also be used in the form of a paste and applieddirectly to chronic skin irritations.
One precaution: Although studies have shown no significantadverse side effects, guduchi can be slightly constipating if takenfor long periods by those prone to sluggish bowels.
